Ariens Max Zoom 48 Operation Manual - Page 24

ADJUSTING THE UNIT TO TRACK STRAIGHT WARNING: Prior to adjusting the tracking of the unit, shut OFF engine, engage parking brake, and remove the ignition key. Check and adjust tire pressure. Increase pressure on side unit tracks to. DO NOT exceed maximum recommended tire pressure (See Specifications on page 31). If tire pressure adjustment does not solve tracking problem, adjust the limiter bolts on the stop bracket (Figure 15). Front bolts adjust forward and rear bolts adjust reverse. Lengthen the limiter bolt (move closer to lever) on side which is too fast. 3 2 1 2 1 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE STEERING LEVER HANDLES The handles have three height positions (Figure 16). 2 1 Position # 1 Position # 2 Position # 3 3 4 4 1. Limiter Bolt 2. Jam Nut 3. Steering Lever Figure 15 4. Stop Bracket 1. Spacer 2. Handle 3. Eccentric Spacer 4. Steering Lever Figure 16 OF0004 1. Shut OFF engine. Engage parking brake. Remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the spacer, handle, and eccentric spacer from the steering lever. NOTE: Position the right and left handles at the same height position. 3. Install the spacer, handle, and eccentric spacer in the appropriate height position. Do not tighten the nut holding the eccentric spacer. 4. Turn the eccentric spacer until the right and left handles are the same height. Tighten nut. ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKE The parking brake should not need adjustment, however if the parking brake does not hold the unit properly, the brake may need adjustment. GB - 24